The Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy

Description: The Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy is one of the six major schools of Hindu philosophy. It is based on the teachings of the sage Shiva and his followers. The school emphasizes the importance of meditation, yoga, and self-realization. This quiz will test your knowledge of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy.
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What is the central deity of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Durga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy is named after the deity Shiva, who is considered to be the supreme being.

What is the primary goal of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Moksha (liberation)

  2. Artha (wealth)

  3. Kama (pleasure)

  4. Dharma (righteousness)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

What is the main practice of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Meditation

  2. Yoga

  3. Bhakti (devotion)

  4. Jnana (knowledge)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary practice of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy is meditation, which is used to focus the mind and achieve a state of self-realization.

What is the relationship between Shiva and Shakti in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Shiva is the supreme being and Shakti is his consort.

  2. Shakti is the supreme being and Shiva is her consort.

  3. Shiva and Shakti are two aspects of the same divine reality.

  4. Shiva and Shakti are separate and distinct deities.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy, Shiva and Shakti are considered to be two aspects of the same divine reality, representing the masculine and feminine principles of the universe.

What is the role of the guru in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. The guru is a spiritual teacher who guides the disciple on the path to moksha.

  2. The guru is a divine being who is worshipped by the disciple.

  3. The guru is a friend and companion who provides support and guidance to the disciple.

  4. The guru is a role model who inspires the disciple to follow the path of righteousness.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy, the guru is a spiritual teacher who guides the disciple on the path to moksha, or liberation.

What is the significance of the Shiva lingam in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. The Shiva lingam is a symbol of Shiva's creative power.

  2. The Shiva lingam is a symbol of Shiva's destructive power.

  3. The Shiva lingam is a symbol of Shiva's transformative power.

  4. The Shiva lingam is a symbol of Shiva's all-pervading presence.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy, the Shiva lingam is a symbol of Shiva's transformative power, representing the ability to transform ignorance into knowledge and darkness into light.

What is the meaning of the mantra "Om Namah Shivaya" in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. I bow to Shiva.

  2. I surrender to Shiva.

  3. I am one with Shiva.

  4. I am Shiva.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy, the mantra "Om Namah Shivaya" means "I bow to Shiva" and is used to express devotion and surrender to the deity.

What is the significance of the number 108 in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. 108 is the number of beads in a mala.

  2. 108 is the number of names of Shiva.

  3. 108 is the number of Upanishads.

  4. 108 is the number of sacred rivers in India.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy, 108 is considered to be a sacred number and is often associated with the number of beads in a mala, or prayer beads.

What is the name of the sacred text of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. The Shiva Sutras

  2. The Shiva Upanishads

  3. The Shiva Purana

  4. The Shiva Gita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sacred text of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy is the Shiva Sutras, which are a collection of aphorisms that outline the teachings of the school.

Who is considered to be the founder of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Durga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shiva is considered to be the founder of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy.

What is the name of the state of consciousness that is the goal of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Moksha

  2. Samadhi

  3. Nirvana

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the name of the state of consciousness that is the goal of the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy.

What is the name of the practice that is used to achieve the state of moksha in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Meditation

  2. Yoga

  3. Bhakti

  4. Jnana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Meditation is the name of the practice that is used to achieve the state of moksha in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy.

What is the name of the deity that is worshipped in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Durga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shiva is the name of the deity that is worshipped in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy.

What is the name of the sacred text that is studied in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. The Shiva Sutras

  2. The Shiva Upanishads

  3. The Shiva Purana

  4. The Shiva Gita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Shiva Sutras is the name of the sacred text that is studied in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy.

What is the name of the practice that is used to achieve the state of samadhi in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Meditation

  2. Yoga

  3. Bhakti

  4. Jnana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Meditation is the name of the practice that is used to achieve the state of samadhi in the Shiva School of Hindu Philosophy.

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